David Gottfried is a member of the Minnesota Democratic-Farmer-Labor Party representing District 40B in the Minnesota House of Representatives, covering parts of Roseville, Shoreview, and Ramsey County . He won a special election on March 11, 2025, defeating Republican Paul Wikstrom by a 40-point margin , and was sworn in on March 17 or 18, 2025. This victory restored the House to a 67-67 tie between parties. A pro bono specialist at a law firm, Gottfried is married to spouse Haylee Hilton and serves on his first term, with the next election in 2026. His committee assignments include Agriculture Finance and Policy, Education Policy, and Environment and Natural Resources Finance and Policy.

Education and Political Experience

• Education: Bachelor's degree in vocal performance from St. Olaf College; Master's degree in public policy from the University of Minnesota.
• Political Experience: First elected via special election in 2025 after receiving the DFL endorsement; currently in his first term as a state representative.